May weather forecast
Galt, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Galt, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of May marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in April to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.8 rainfall days, and 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Galt aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.6 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Galt, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May in Galt, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Galt is 8.6h.

UV index

In Galt, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Galt in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Galt, is 68.2°F (20.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Galt, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Galt, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Galt aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Galt have in May?

In May, the average day length in Galt is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Galt have in May?

In Galt, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Galt?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Galt is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Galt, IA

Average temperature in May - Galt, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Galt, IA

Average pressure in May - Galt, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Galt, IA

Average wind speed in May - Galt, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Galt, IA

Average humidity in May - Galt, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Galt, IA

Average rainfall in May - Galt, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Galt, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Galt, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Galt, IA

Average snowfall in May - Galt, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Galt, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Galt, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Galt, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Galt, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Galt, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Galt, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Galt, IA

Average UV index in May - Galt, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Galt, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Galt, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Galt, IA

Average visibility in May - Galt, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).

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